Do you want to become a physical therapist (PT) or a physical therapist assistant (PTA)? Watch the first video on the right to learn about the wide variety of ways that PTs and PTAs help their patients restore and improve motion to achieve long-term quality of life.

The “Why I Chose a Career in Physical Therapy” video features  students and new professionals from diverse backgrounds who discuss why they chose a physical therapist career and what the profession means to them. Click the second video to view.

“Move Forward” Website: The www.moveforwardpt.com website provides a wealth of information about how physical therapists assist individuals with a wide variety of symptoms and conditions, plus wellness. View videos, listen to Move Forward radio, and click on the interactive body for physical therapy health guides. It's a great way for you to learn about your future profession.

Physical Therapist Centralized Application Service: PTCAS allows applicants to use a single web-based application and one set of materials to apply to multiple Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) education programs. PTCAS is a service of APTA and facilitates the admissions process for applicants and programs.

Additional Important Links:

• 2017-2018 PTCAS Application Instructions
• PTCAS PowerPoint for Applicants
• PTCAS 2015-16 Applicant Data Report
• PTCAS 2017-18 Course Prerequisite Summary
• Directory of All DPT Programs by State
• APTA PowerPoint for Pre-PT Students: Move Toward a Physical Therapist Career
• ACAPT Traffic Rules for Applicants

Click image below to download our Move Forward to a Physical Therapist Career presentation